MHG61370 - Jaw Harp - Knocknagael

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Type and Period (1)

  • FINDSPOT (Medieval - 1058 AD to 1559 AD)

Protected Status

  • None recorded

Full Description

A disclaimed medieval jaw harp from Knocknagael is listed in Inverness Museum Archive files under Acc. No. 2013.025. A Conservation Condition Report describes it as made of copper alloy with its orginal surface striated (decorated). It measures 53mm by 22mm. It is complete, although appoximately 50% of the surface layer has been lost, especially along the edges/ridges, and there is some cracking of the remaining original surface layer to the inside of the prongs. <1>

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Location

Grid reference Centred NH 6587 4150 (20m by 20m) (2 map features)
Map sheet NH64SE
Civil Parish INVERNESS AND BONA
Geographical Area INVERNESS

Finds (1)

  • JEWS HARP (Medieval - 1058 AD to 1559 AD)

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